We all know it’s the thought that counts at Christmas, and what could be more thoughtful than a handmade Christmas card? But even though you know it’s coming, and every year those familiar songs seem to be playing and the advent calendars popping up earlier and earlier, despite all this, suddenly December is upon you and all your thoughtful intentions have disappeared in a flurry of gift-buying and hastily wrapped Secret Santas.
To help you get ahead, you can get all your papers, foils, different colored cards as well as holiday and seasonal paper online. You can even get scrapbook material, to really personalize your cards. Use metallic or gloss paper in a simple Christmas silhouette (think tree, bauble, snowman etc – although if you’re feeling adventurous, the sky’s the limit!) and then all you need is a gold or silver pen to write your message.
You can easily find some gorgeous Christmas crafting ideas using foil quill – most kits will make life super easy for you so you can relax and enjoy making cards in the run-up to Christmas. They usually even include a handy USB stick which contains images to inspire you.
And when you’re rushing around in the days heading towards Christmas, organizing crackers and finding those last-minute menu additions to make the perfect Christmas dinner, what better to keep the children busy with than some crafting? Friends and relatives alike will love receiving a handmade card, and with these reindeer cards, you can vary the difficulty to suit all ages, so everyone will be occupied!
If you are a more confident crafter, why not check out these wreath cards? The leaves can be different Christmas colors, but you could also use photos from magazines – or even thrift store books to add a classy feel to your cards. The gems can be replaced with beads or buttons – or even a mixture – to really personalize the card for the person who will be receiving it.
There’s something soothing about taking some time for yourself with some festive crafting in all the chaos that can surround Christmas. Or perhaps it’s something you haven’t thought about before and are trying for the first time. Whatever your level of experience, you’re sure to find something that catches your eye to make some handmade cards for those you hold dear at this time of year.
You might be wondering where all your new materials are going to live, especially in the season of trees and decorations that only see the light of day once a year. It is important to think about storage solutions, especially if you are entertaining this Christmas.
So kick back, relax, and enjoy taking some time for yourself, learning a new skill, or simply the joy that comes with making something personal for a loved one this Christmas.